Cleverly makes the fifth defence of his WBO light-heavyweight title when he meets Robin Krasniqi at Wembley Arena on Saturday. A win will move him closer to a potential bout with Bernard Hopkins.

The Welsh fighter had originally been scheduled to appear on March 16 on the same bill as WBO lightweight champion Ricky Burns and British super-middleweight George Groves.

However, that pair left Warren to join Hearn at Matchroom, creating question marks over whether Cleverly would follow suit. The 26-year-old, though, retains belief that Warren will lead him to the mega-money bouts.

"It has been testing times but I think Frank will deliver the big fights," Cleverly was quoted as saying by WalesOnline. "There is light at the end of the tunnel and I am backing him to provide me with the opportunities.

"Hopkins is the big fight for me and the one I want. Despite his age he is still exceptional and he won the fight comfortably against [Tavoris] Cloud and looked good doing so.

"It would be massive to get a fight at the Millennium Stadium with the roof closed. That would generate such a good atmosphere. The Millennium Stadium or the Cardiff City Stadium would be a dream. It's an atmosphere that can really inspire you and help raise your game."

"I have only just turned 26 which is quite young to be a world champion and defend your title four times," he said. "But I feel as if I am ready to be unleashed onto the big stage with big fights and deal with the pressure.

"There is a lot more to come and I have not reached my peak. I am still learning things and want to improve. My style allows me to get involved in exciting fights and I am sure there are a lot more to come."